Below Average

#1378 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Northbay Christian Academy

Elementary School

2525 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD, Clearwater, FL 33761

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

130

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

130

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,378 of 1,462

In Clearwater

#17 of 18

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About Northbay Christian Academy

Northbay Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Clearwater, FL. Northbay Christian Academy serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Northbay Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,378 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares2.3 pts below FL schools

4.3

This school 4.3 · Below Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 130 students, Northbay Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Northbay Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Northbay Christian Academy compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Clearwater, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

This School

13.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

130

This School

419

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.3

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%

Black 0.8% vs 0%

Northbay Christian Academy Clearwater Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Northbay Christian Academy (this school)	—	130	14:1	4.3
LEILA DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.6 mi	655	14.6:1	7.8
CHI CHI RODRIQUEZ ACADEMY	1.1 mi	76	15.2:1	5.1
MCMULLEN-BOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	440	12.6:1	5.9
PAUL B. STEPHENS ESE CENTER	2.0 mi	148	5.7:1	5.7
ATHENIAN ACADEMY	2.9 mi	418	12.3:1	4.6
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.3 mi	629	13.1:1	7.0
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND	3.7 mi	66	—:1	4.8
PINELLAS TELESCHOOL	3.7 mi	98	24.5:1	3.0
PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER	3.9 mi	624	13:1	6.9
CLEARWATER FUNDAMENTAL MIDDLE SCHOOL	4.5 mi	755	20.4:1	9.0
SKYCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.7 mi	544	14.3:1	7.3
KINGS HIGHWAY ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL	4.8 mi	277	10.7:1	9.6
SANDY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.9 mi	308	11:1	8.7
CALVIN A. HUNSINGER SCHOOL	4.9 mi	115	5.2:1	4.8
OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL	5.3 mi	762	17.7:1	5.4
PLUMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.4 mi	661	14.7:1	6.3
PINELLAS HIGH INNOVATION	5.5 mi	172	7.8:1	4.5
BELCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.4 mi	484	14.7:1	8.2
BELLEAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.6 mi	453	11.9:1	8.4
PONCE DE LEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	7.3 mi	546	12.7:1	8.3

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention

C+ 4.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 2.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,054

Diversity & Inclusion

C 2.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 6%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 130

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 96.9%

Hispanic 2.3%

Black 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2525 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD, Clearwater, FL 33761

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northbay Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAFETY HARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Safety Harbor), which scores notably higher. Another option is OLDSMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Oldsmar), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKE ST. GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Palm Harbor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clearwater, see our Clearwater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
SAFETY HARBOR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Clearwater	0.2 mi	95	7.6
COUNTRYSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Clearwater	0.6 mi	1,593	5.1
LEILA DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	0.6 mi	655	7.8
CHI CHI RODRIQUEZ ACADEMY Clearwater	1.1 mi	76	5.1
MCMULLEN-BOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	1.4 mi	440	5.9
ESPIRITU SANTO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Safety Harbor	1.4 mi	351	7.6
SAFETY HARBOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Safety Harbor	1.6 mi	977	4.3
SAFETY HARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Safety Harbor	1.7 mi	635	9.1
COUNTRYSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clearwater	2.0 mi	180	6.5
PAUL B. STEPHENS ESE CENTER Clearwater	2.0 mi	148	5.7
ENTERPRISE CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Clearwater	1.8 mi	357	4.8
THE DEPAUL SCHOOL FOR DYSLEXIA Clearwater	2.0 mi	87	7.1
CURLEW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Harbor	2.4 mi	620	8.3
GUARDIAN ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Clearwater	2.3 mi	160	7.2
OLDSMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oldsmar	2.7 mi	526	8.9
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	3.3 mi	629	7.0
ATHENIAN ACADEMY Clearwater	2.9 mi	418	4.6
LAKE ST. GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Harbor	3.2 mi	572	8.7
FOREST LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oldsmar	3.2 mi	501	8.6
SERVICE LEARNING SCHOOL INC. Clearwater	3.1 mi	52	3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33761 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,839

Median Home Value

$271,100

Median Rent

$1,711/mo

Population

18,399

College Educated

37.8%

Homeownership

78.5%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

53.6

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NEW ALADDIN LEARNING CENTER Hialeah, FL	87	4.3
PINETTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinetta, FL	133	4.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northbay Christian Academy

What grades does Northbay Christian Academy serve?

Northbay Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Northbay Christian Academy?

Northbay Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northbay Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Northbay Christian Academy is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Northbay Christian Academy rank in FL?

Northbay Christian Academy ranks #1,378 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Northbay Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Northbay Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Northbay Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Northbay Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Northbay Christian Academy a religious school?

Northbay Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 70 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 26 Some Transit
Bike Score: 56 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 130
Gender Split: 58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Teachers (FTE): 9
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.2 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Pinellas County
Phone: (727) 462-0134

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